Emerald ash borer
Flowering trees across Canada
Flowering trees or trees that start to show their leaves are some of the first and most striking signs of spring. They are a sign that nature is starting to ‘wake up’ and action is happening! Travel across the country with us…
Atlantic Regional Urban Forest Update Fall 2020
Most if not all municipalities across the Atlantic region had a slow start with annual urban forest projects due to COVID restrictions this year. We are all adapting to the “new normal” along with a very dry summer on the East Coast…
Atlantic Regional Urban Forest Update May 2020
In writing and preparing for this update for May, I realize how much life in the forestry sector has changed over the last two months, and how essential forestry is to Atlantic Canada – with ROYALE® toilet paper made right here in…
Canadian Urban Forest Network – Ontario Update March 2020
Some of the past events and future programs are: The province is still continuing its efforts to reduce costs across a number of sectors, including many “green” projects that were cancelled or funding reduced. It is hoped that in the near future,…
2019: a year in review at Tree Canada
2019 was quite the year here at Tree Canada! As we head into 2020, a new year and a new decade, we know the time and need for trees is more apparent now than ever. As we take stock to reflect on…
Canadian Urban Forest Network – Ontario Update
By Peter Wynnyczuk – Ontario Representative Some of the past events and future programs are: Being in a province highlighting the extent of the government deficit, there have been impacts in several provincial ministries going through both organizational and financial adjustments. As…
IKEA Canada adds to Canada’s urban forests: Tree Canada recognizes leadership with Ultimate Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 28, 2019 (Burlington, ON) – Today, IKEA Canada is recognized for its environmental leadership by Tree Canada, the non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Canadians by planting and nurturing trees. In honour of IKEA’s continued commitment to…
Tree Canada to recognize IKEA Canada’s leadership in boosting Canada’s urban canopy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 21, 2019 (Burlington, ON) – On May 28, 2019, Tree Canada will recognize IKEA Canada for its environmental leadership. In honour of IKEA Canada’s continued commitment to growing better places to live and providing $1 million in funding towards…
Prevent the spread of EAB across Canada: How you can save our ash trees
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has affected millions of ash trees in North America. In Canada alone, EAB has now spread to five provinces, affecting ash trees in communities in Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. While foresters have come…